# 3 bedroom character property for sale (LS13 1NW) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 4 CALVERLEY BRIDGE, LEEDS, WEST YORKSHIRE LS13 1NW | | Price | £299,995 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Last sold | £341,720 Aug 2015 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** F - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 26/04/2025 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting) - **Current heating cost:** £1,460/year ### Recommendations - Q (14,000) - W1 (1,200) - C (30) - E (35) - T (7,000) - N (6,000) - U (8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8005-7524-3970-7553-5922) ## Description An extremely rare opportunity to acquire this unique Grade II listed character cottage built in the late 1600's and sat on the edge of the canal enjoying truly stunning open country views. Having being a much loved home for many years, this three bedroom semi-detached residence is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers and we strongly recommend an inspection to fully appreciate. Occupying a fantastic plot, the property has sealed unit double glazing, entrance hall, a charming sitting room with exposed beams and living flame cast iron stove recessed into a stone chimney breast, a vaulted cellar, an attractive open plan dining kitchen with exposed beams and French doors leading onto the impressive rear garden, first floor landing, a master bedroom enjoying superb open views, a second double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and open views, a good size third bedroom and a modern shower room. There is the added advantage of a double block paved driveway to the front and a superb enclosed lawned garden to the rear. The property really must be seen to fully appreciate and there is no chain involved. Accommodation Ground Floor Entrance Hall    With solid wood and glazed front entrance door, staircase to the first floor. Sitting Room    A charming dual aspect reception room offering so much character with views over the canal and fields beyond, exposed beams, living flame cast iron stove recessed into the stone chimney breast with stone hearth, three sealed unit double glazed windows to the front, access to the vaulted cellar, three sealed unit double glazed windows to the rear with window seat and a private outlook over the lawned garden. Vaulted Cellar    A useful storage space. Open Plan Dining kitchen    A dual aspect open plan kitchen with an attractive range of base and wall units, roll edge work surfaces, ceramic tiled splash backs, work surface illumination, plumbing for an automatic washing machine, stainless steel sink unit, built in double Zanussi oven and hob, laminate flooring to the kitchen area, living flame cast iron stove recessed into the stone chimney breast with stone hearth, exposed beams, sealed unit double glazed window to the front enjoying beautiful views over the canal and fields beyond, leaded French doors leading onto the lawned rear garden. First Floor Landing    With economy 7 wall heater. Bedroom One    To the front of the property is this double bedroom enjoying stunning views, electric wall heater, recessed storage, three sealed unit double glazed windows. Bedroom Two    To the front of the property enjoying stunning open views is this further double bedroom with exposed beam, walk-in wardrobe, electric wall heater, three sealed unit double glazed windows. Bedroom Three    To the rear of the property overlooking the good size rear gardens this good size third bedroom with exposed beam, three sealed unit double glazed windows. Shower Room    A modern shower room with a three piece suite in white comprising:- double shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, low level flush W.C, linen cupboard, ceramic part tiled walls, chrome heated towel rail, ceiling inset spotlighting, extractor fan, sealed unit double glazed window t the rear. Outside    To the front of the property is the added advantage of a double block paved driveway and raised Yorkshire stone flower beds. To the rear of the property, being a particular feature is a superb enclosed lawned garden of such generous proportions with well stocked beds, a whole host of established shrubs and trees, garden pond and paved patios. ## Property Photos - ![Picture No.21](/listings/photos/34318194/534560) - Picture No.21 - ![Picture No.07](/listings/photos/34318194/534563) - Picture No.07 - ![Picture No.10](/listings/photos/34318194/534568) - Picture No.10 - ![Picture No.14](/listings/photos/34318194/534571) - Picture No.14 - ![Picture No.16](/listings/photos/34318194/534575) - Picture No.16 - ![Picture No.15](/listings/photos/34318194/534576) - Picture No.15 - ![Picture No.17](/listings/photos/34318194/534579) - Picture No.17 - ![Picture No.01](/listings/photos/34318194/534582) - Picture No.01 - ![Picture No.03](/listings/photos/34318194/534584) - Picture No.03 - ![Picture No.04](/listings/photos/34318194/534585) - Picture No.04 - ![Picture No.05](/listings/photos/34318194/534589) - Picture No.05 - ![Picture No.06](/listings/photos/34318194/534591) - Picture No.06 - ![Picture No.08](/listings/photos/34318194/534593) - Picture No.08 - ![Picture No.09](/listings/photos/34318194/534595) - Picture No.09 - ![Picture No.11](/listings/photos/34318194/534599) - Picture No.11 - ![Picture No.12](/listings/photos/34318194/534606) - Picture No.12 - ![Picture No.13](/listings/photos/34318194/534609) - Picture No.13 - ![Picture No.18](/listings/photos/34318194/534618) - Picture No.18 - ![Picture No.20](/listings/photos/34318194/534625) - Picture No.20 - ![EPC](/listings/photos/34318194/534631) - EPC ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/34318194/534634) - Floorplan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 4 CALVERLEY BRIDGE, LEEDS, WEST YORKSHIRE, LS13 1NW | £341,720 | 07/08/2015 | Semi-detached | ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £506,333 (3 Other, LS13, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -40.8% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Leeds). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,020/mo - **Realistic:** £1,133/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,246/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Leeds (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £848/mo ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Hawthorn Grove, LS13 | £1,250/mo | 3 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Hawthorn Drive, LS13 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.32 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Chapel Street, LS13 | £1,595/mo | 3 | 0.32 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Nunthorpe Road, LS13 | £1,100/mo | 3 | 0.59 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Airedale Gardens, LS13 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.73 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Clarence Mews, LS18 | £1,285/mo | 3 | 1.03 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Salisbury Street, LS28 | £1,150/mo | 3 | 1.04 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Carr Hill Grove, LS28 | £950/mo | 3 | 1.11 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Church End, LS18 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 1.12 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,259/mo (9 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.42% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £156,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £125,000 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,250/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5% - **Cost-to-rent:** 20× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-81/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.1% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,857/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 57% - **10y growth:** 1069.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Leeds; All dwelling types series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.4% - **5y growth (index):** 21% - **10y growth (index):** 58.5% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)